1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
